Technical Evaluator

Job Description

Technical Evaluator (National Geographic)

National Geographic is seeking a diligent Technical Evaluator to join our technical operations team. This is a critical role for those eager to deepen their skills and pursue a career in network broadcast and streaming operations, specifically in quality control and post-production.

Responsibilities
• Assist the Manager, Technical Evaluation and Technical Operations Supervisors in performing Incoming QCs on broadcast and streaming assets.
• Responsible for conducting Incoming QCs on broadcast, streaming and theatrical SDR & HDR assets while working alongside Content Operations team who will provide priorities and deadlines for assets.
• Collaborate with the Technical Evaluation and Post-Production management team to troubleshoot basic technical issues regarding media assets.
• Use various software solutions to access media in order to perform technical evaluations.
• Use internal scheduling software ScheduAll and email communication to obtain work order assignments and priorities.
• Liaise with various teams via email, phone calls, work orders and/or meetings to communicate issues related to assets for Incoming QC, ensuring timely and effective communications to maintain smooth operations.
• Attend weekly team meetings to discuss concerns and priorities for the tempo and marketing / promo workflows.
• Follow company guidance regarding working in office vs remotely. These policies are subject to change as directed by corporate policy.
• Complete necessary work orders and perform other duties, as needed.

Basic Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience in post-production and/or network broadcast or streaming operations.
• Solid understanding of Adobe Premiere CC, Colorfront Transkoder, After Effects, Tektronix, Vantage, UHD-HDR workflows, Media Encoder.
• Basic knowledge of file & tape-based codecs and formats, MAC & PC cross-platform.
• Prior experience or basic knowledge in television production.
• Prior experience or basic knowledge in Quality Control.
• Familiarity with video and audio monitors, waveform and video scopes.
• Knowledge of ScheduAll, Elements, Word, Excel, Outlook and VPS.
• Detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities in a timely manner.
• Ability to handle multiple simultaneous projects with a professional demeanor.
• Strong customer service/client relations skills.
• Strong team player, self-starter, and enthusiastic about the products that are delivered.

Preferred Education
• Bachelor's degree in Video/Film Production, Communications or related field, or equivalent experience in a broadcast-related field.

The hiring range for this position in Washington DC is $58,700 to $78,600 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
• • • About National Geographic:

National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), a joint venture between Disney and the National Geographic Society, is committed to bringing the world premium science, adventure and exploration content across an unrivaled portfolio of media assets. NGP combines the global National Geographic television channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) with National Geographic's media and consumer-oriented assets, including National Geographic magazines; National Geographic studios; related digital and social media platforms; books; maps; children's media; and ancillary activities that include travel, global experiences and events, archival sales, licensing and e-commerce businesses. Furthering knowledge and understanding of our world has been the core purpose of National Geographic for 131 years, and now we are committed to going deeper, pushing boundaries, going further for our consumers … and reaching millions of people around the world in 172 countries and 43 languages every month as we do it. NGP returns 27 percent of our proceeds to the nonprofit National Geographic Society to fund work in the areas of science, exploration, conservation and education.

This position is with National Geographic Partners PAY SVC, which is part of a business we call National Geographic.

National Geographic Partners PAY SVC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1q250-3-137-182-201-42 in your application.